CDL Driver

The Historic City of Mount Rainier, MD is a residential community sitting on the border of Washington DC and Prince George’s County, MD. Serving 8,000 residents, the community is a small urban oasis of historic homes and unique shops. 

The City has an immediate opening for a CDL Driver in the Publc Works Department.

Salary Range: $19.5212 per hour to $22.3760  per hour (Depending on Experience) with growth potential to $29.5269 per hour.

*Please note that this is an on site position.*

Must show proof of COVID Vaccination

*Unvaccinated employees are required to undergo weekly COVID-19 Testing.*

Job Summary

Reporting to the Public Works Maintenance Manager, the Public Works CDL Driver is responsible for operating vehicles and performing tasks associated with waste management, streets and facility maintenance duties for the City of Mount Rainier. Employees are required to drive, and also perform heavy physical labor in outdoor weather conditions, using a variety of tools and equipment.

 

Requirements

 

Responsibilities and Duties

• Drive the refuse packer vehicle on assigned routes for municipal residential waste collection.
• Operate vehicles and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

• Perform routine maintenance on truck by checking gas, oil, tires, and battery and packer fluid. Report all maintenance and equipment problems as necessary, and perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
• Engage in a variety of grounds maintenance work such as pruning, watering and mulching.
• Operate hand and power tools to cut grass and remove weeds.
• Perform various street maintenance duties including asphalt and concrete repairs, storm drain maintenance, sign installation and maintenance, street marking, litter removal, salt spreading, snow and ice removal and other required maintenance.
• Assist in the maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities.
• Perform general custodial duties and activity set-up and break-down as required.
• Provide contractors with access to City buildings and secure buildings after services are provided.
• Load and unload heavy materials from trucks, and aid in moving boxes and equipment.
• Observe and maintain established safety policies and procedures and take appropriate safety precautions during the course of performing daily tasks.
• Communicate effectively with the public and represent the City of Mount Rainier.
• Drive snowplow and salt spreader as needed.
• Direct traffic when needed to ensure safety of pedestrians, motorists and work crews.
• Perform driving and manual labor activities as needed and/or required by the Department of Public Works.

**The incumbent in this position is considered an "Essential" employee and may be required to report for work during natural/manmade disasters, and during special operations as assigned. "Essential" employees are expected to report or remain at work when other City employees are granted administrative leave.

*Must be available for City events throughout the year.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities

Key Qualifications – Experience and Education

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid CDL-A/B driver’s license, two years of professional CDL driving experience.
• DOT Medical Certificate.
• Two years of waste management experience preferred, municipal public works experience or any combination of education, training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Available on-call for snow removal, critical maintenance, and emergencies.
• Must be available for City events throughout the year.

Desired Core Competencies:

• Uses effective written and oral communication with internal staff, and the community served.
• Views growth as important for personal and professional development; seeks out opportunities to expand skills.
• Demonstrates commitment to the City of Mount Rainier as a whole.
• Acts with a commitment to professionalism and models professionalism in interactions with staff, residents, and other stakeholders.
• Demonstrates values of diversity and inclusion daily.
• Proactively seeks opportunities to develop self and serve the City of Mount Rainier.

 

Desired Attributes:

• Demonstrate flexibility in regards to schedules, sharing of tasks, changes in the routines or plans.
• Positive attitude with the ability to work cooperatively.
• Ability to multi-task effectively.

Work Authorization

This position requires submission of a background check, the ability to pass a drug test, and authorization to work in the United States.

EEO Statement

The City of Mount Rainier provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the City of Mount Rainier complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

To comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, it is necessary to specify the physical, mental and environmental conditions of the Essential Duties of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands include:

• Ability to lift items up to 75 pounds without assistance.
• Push/pull objects up to 150 pounds.
• Stoop, kneel, bend, and stand for extended periods.
• Perform work in office, shop, and field environment.
• Work around heavy construction equipment.
• Exposure to noise, dust, fumes, moving vehicles, and inclement weather conditions.

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by supervisors to perform other instructions or duties. You will be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this description.

Management has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time for any reason.

Benefits:

The City of Mount Rainier offers an excellent benefits package which includes participation in the MD State Retirement System with an employer match, $20,000 complimentary basic Life/AD&D insurance for fulltime employees after 90 days, vacation and sick leave accruals begin on the first day of hire (eligibility to use vacation after 3 months and sick leave after 6 months of employment),12 paid holidays, and an annual personal day. Eligible for medical, dental, and vision on the date of hire. Flexible Spending Plan available. Optional supplemental benefits include Aflac, Pre-paid Legal/Identity Theft, and 457 plan.